Verdict
At RM200,510, the Mazda CX-60 is RM8,378 cheaper, yet gives you far more physical space: a 2,870 mm wheelbase and 570-litre boot against the EX30’s 2,650 mm and 318 litres. The Volvo EX30 answers with EV running: RM260 annual road tax, a 69 kWh battery rated for 476 km and 175 kW DC charging. It is also decisively quicker, reaching 100 km/h in 5.3 seconds versus 9.6. For Malaysian family duties, the Mazda’s rear vents and luggage room matter; for urban EV motoring, the Volvo is the sharper buy.
Pick the Mazda CX-60 if you need a 570-litre boot, rear air-con vents and the longer 2,870 mm wheelbase for regular family use.
Pick the Volvo EX30 if you can charge an EV and want 476 km claimed range, RM260 annual road tax and 5.3-second 0-100 km/h pace.
Key differences
- Price: Mazda CX-60 RM200,510; Volvo EX30 RM208,888.
- Powertrain: CX-60 2.5-litre 189 hp/261 Nm petrol; EX30 single motor 268 hp/343 Nm electric.
- Performance: CX-60 0-100 km/h in 9.6 seconds and 200 km/h; EX30 5.3 seconds and 180 km/h.
- Size: CX-60 is 4,740 mm long with a 2,870 mm wheelbase; EX30 is 4,223 mm with a 2,650 mm wheelbase.
- Boot space: CX-60 570 litres; EX30 318 litres.
- Annual road tax: CX-60 RM830; EX30 RM260.
CX-60
- 570-litre boot versus 318 litres.
- Rear air-con vents and 40:20:40 rear seats.
- Adaptive LED projector headlamps and head-up display.
- 9.6-second 0-100 km/h time is 4.3 seconds slower.
- RM830 annual road tax is RM570 higher.
- No navigation or auto parking, unlike the EX30.
EX30
- 476 km EV range from a 69 kWh battery, with 175 kW DC charging.
- 268 hp and 343 Nm deliver 5.3-second 0-100 km/h acceleration.
- Auto parking, built-in navigation and contactless powered boot opening.
- 318-litre boot is 252 litres smaller.
- No rear air-con vents.
- Shorter 2,650 mm wheelbase and 4,223 mm body sacrifice 517 mm of length to the CX-60.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM200,510✓ | RM208,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM830 | RM260✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 2,488 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 189 hp | — |
| Torque | 261 Nm | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Bore | 89 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 13 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 268 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 343 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 69 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 476 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 175 kW |
| V2L | — | 3.6 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 8-speed Automatic | — |
| Gears | 8 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Mazda | — |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 9.6 seconds | 5.3 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h✓ | 180 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,740 mm | 4,223 mm |
| Width | 1,890 mm | 1,837 mm |
| Height | 1,680 mm | 1,555 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,870 mm | 2,650 mm |
| Weight | 1,680 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 58 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 570 litres✓ | 318 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/50R20 | 24545R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/50R20 | 245/45R19 |
| Spare Tyre | — | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Toyo Proxes Sport | Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance SUV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloy | 19" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloy | 19" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Driver's Knee, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Electric for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for second row seats | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED Projector with Auto High Beam | LED Reflector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Side Memory Function | Power Adjustable Front Seats |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding, Manual Recline | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | — |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear | 1 Front, 2 USB-C Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shade | — |
| Audio | 12.3" Mazda Connect Display with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 12-speaker Bose Sound System | 12.3" Touchscreen with Google Services Built-in, Harman Kardon Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless (Depress Brake to Start) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation with Walk-away Auto Lock | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control with Stop and Go | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go and Steering Assist |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Powered with Remote Control Activation | Powered Boot, Contactless Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 5-year/100,000 km free service | 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
Used CX-60 & EX30 for sale
CX-60 vs EX30 FAQ
Is the Mazda CX-60 or Volvo EX30 better?
The EX30 is better for buyers with dependable charging, delivering 476 km claimed range, lower RM260 road tax and much quicker acceleration. The CX-60 is better for carrying people and luggage, with a 570-litre boot, rear vents and a 2,870 mm wheelbase.
What is the price difference?
The Volvo EX30 costs RM208,888 and the Mazda CX-60 costs RM200,510, so the EX30 is RM8,378 more expensive.
Which has the larger boot, Mazda CX-60 or Volvo EX30?
The Mazda CX-60 has the larger boot at 570 litres, which is 252 litres more than the Volvo EX30’s 318 litres. The Mazda also has 40:20:40 split-folding rear seats; the Volvo uses a 60:40 split.